Advanced Practice Provider (PA/NP) - Pediatric Genetics

Position Description :

In the MCW / Children's Wisconsin partnership, there's no greater priority than the care of our kids.

Just as every child is unique, the approaches we take in their healthcare must be equally so. By creating new approaches in patient care, discovering leading-edge advances in biotechnology, and developing effective educational programs for students, residents, fellows and faculty, the Department of Pediatrics at the Medical College of Wisconsin is proving why we're among the best.

Whether it's out in the community addressing health disparities of underserved children or in the lab creating gene therapies or tumor vaccines to enhance survival of children with life threatening illnesses, MCW focuses on all aspects of advancing knowledge for the benefit of kids.

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) works as a member of a multidisciplinary health care team who will contribute to excellence in program administration, patient care, patient safety, research, quality improvement, and teaching.

The Department of Pediatrics - Division of Genetics is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to support the Pediatric Genetics multidisciplinary team in blended setting by providing professional health care to patients and their families by assisting in the diagnostic and therapeutic management of a variety of patient groups within the Genetics clinic practice located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

The Medical College of Wisconsin is an academic partner Children's Wisconsin, the region's only independent healthcare system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children.

This free-standing 306-bed children's hospital ranks as one of the top children's hospitals in the United States.

The Pediatric Genetics section is committed to providing compassionate clinical care of the highest quality to our patients and to improve the health of the communities we serve.

The section is focused on new therapies for genetic disorders, bringing cutting-edge diagnostics in genomic medicine and interdisciplinary care for patients in Wisconsin and through our academic activities to patients nationally.

We are actively engaged in the education and development of the next generation of physicians and scientists.

Learn more about : MCW Pediatrics

MCW Pediatrics

MCW Pediatric Genetics

Children's Wisconsin

Curative Care

MCW APPs

Primary Function / Responsibility

• Support the Pediatric Genetics multidisciplinary team in blended setting by providing professional health care to patients and their families by assisting in the diagnostic and therapeutic management of a variety of patient groups within the Genetics clinic practice
• Works collaboratively as part of the Genetics team to meet the healthcare needs of patients with a variety of genetic disorders.
• Perform examination of patients and obtains / documents information regarding patient history.
• Synthesizes and evaluates comprehensive data regarding the individualized patient / family responses along the continuum of care.
• Establishes differential diagnoses based on the assessment data.
• Selects and interprets diagnostic tests and procedures.
• Establishes appropriate priorities of care.
• Makes independent judgments and prescribes changes in treatment.
• Assesses educational needs of patients and families and develops and implements a culturally sensitive and developmentally appropriate teaching plan.
• Writes admission, discharge, and transfer orders under physician supervision.
• Maintain detailed, legible, and confidential medical records in accordance with established protocol.
• Acquire and maintain expertise regarding the most current developments and trends in the fields of pediatrics and genetics, through educational programs, in-services, professional associations, and literature.
• Applies current research findings in own practice; as appropriate develops research proposals, implements proposals, analyzes data, and communicates findings through presentations and publications.
• Participates in quality improvement efforts and clinical trials as appropriate.

About MCW

The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is Wisconsin's leader in health and science. We inspire hope by discovering life-saving treatments and cures, and we train thousands of the world's most brilliant minds in science and medicine through our academic medical center.

We believe the only way to build a healthier world is to build it together, and by investing in the health and vitality of our community, we will improve health for all.

MCW is one of the largest healthcare employers in Wisconsin. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace that includes individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

We believe that embracing human differences is critical to realize our vision of a healthier world, and we recognize that a healthy and thriving community starts from within.

We strive to integrate our human and social differences into MCW's functioning, strategies and culture to create a diverse and equitable workplace.

If you believe embracing individuality and working together makes us stronger, then MCW is the place for you. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Located along the Lake Michigan shoreline, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is one of America's great cities, combining a dynamic urban community with a rich cultural heritage with access to parks, rivers, and other outdoor recreation.

Milwaukee is the largest city in Wisconsin and the 23rd largest city in the United States. It is home to corporate headquarters for industry leaders including Northwestern Mutual, Johnson Controls, Manpower, Harley Davidson, and others.

Milwaukee is a popular venue for sailing, windsurfing, kite-surfing, ethnic dining, and cultural festivals; the city is recognized for its museums, fine dining and hotels, professional sports, gardens and parks, and Milwaukee County Zoological Gardens.

The population of the City of Milwaukee is approximately 600,000 and approximately 1.8 million people live in the greater Milwaukee area.

Why MCW?

Southeastern Wisconsin is a vibrant, diverse metropolitan area. MCW is intent on attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce and faculty body that reflects the community we serve.

We value diversity of backgrounds, experience, thought, and perspectives to advance excellence in science and medicine. MCW is a welcoming campus community with a strong culture of collaboration, partnership, and engagement with our surrounding community .

Patient care of the highest quality; and we improve the health of the communities we serve.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion : We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

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Benefits

• Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
• 403B Retirement Package
• Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
• Tuition Reimbursement and Continuing Medical Education
• Paid Parental Leave
• Fertility or Adoption Assistance
• On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes.
• Additional discounted rates on items such as : Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.

Contact :

Lauren Martin, APP Recruiter

[email protected]

Learn more : All Available APP Opportunities

Preferred Schedule :

Full-time role; 50% Inpatient which requires being first call for pages; 50% outpatient managing Genetics patients

Position Requirements :

Minimum Education :

Advanced Practice Nurse : Master's Degree or higher in Nursing

Physician Assistant : Bachelor's Degree or higher in Physician Assistant Studies

Minimum Requirements :

or eligible

Advanced Practice Nurse

Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner

Wisconsin RN License

Wisconsin Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber License

Preference for Pediatric Specialty Focus or FNP

AHA ACLS, AHA BLS, DEA

Physician Assistant

Wisconsin Physician Assistant License

Certification by NCCPA

AHA ACLS, AHA BLS, DEA

Preferred Experience :

• No experience required
• Preference for previous APP or nursing clinical experience
• Preference for strong interest in genetics

MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination

The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity / expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status.

Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.